“Even the tiniest of tributes can express so much,” writes The Times in an article about “What Happens to Those Heartbreaking Tributes at the 9/11 Memorial,” like letters, teddy bears and flowers.
Have you ever left a tribute like this somewhere — whether on a grave, at the site of a tragedy, or near a memorial? What did you leave, and why?
Tell us in the comments, then read the related article to learn more about how all artifacts left at the 9/11 memorial “are considered valuable expressions of mourning that continue the narrative of Sept. 11.”
Related: Teaching and Learning About 9/11 With The New York Times
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